Size & Weight
- Dimensions (W x H x D)
- Approx. 91mm x 130mm x 223mm (Approx. 3 5/8in x 5 1/8in x 8 3/4in)
- Weight
- Approx.650g, Approx.1lb 6oz (NP-FV30 supplied and with SELP18200 lens: Approx.1420g, Approx..3lb 2oz)
Sensor
- Sensor Type
- APS-C size Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor(23.5 x 15.6mm)
- Effective Pixels (Video)
- Approx. 13.6 megapixels (16:9)
- Effective Pixels (Still Image)
- Approx. 16.1 megapixels (3:2)
Lens
- Lens Type
- Sony E-Mount lens
Zoom
- Digital Zoom
- 2.0x
Exposure
- Exposure Modes
- Multi-segment, touch spot
- Exposure Compensation
- AE Shift(Dial/Touch Panel)
- Backlight Compensation
- Yes (Auto)
- Minimum Illumination
- 9 lux(1/60 Shutter Speed F3.5)
- ISO Sensitivity
- Still Mode Only: Auto(100-3200);Manual(100 to 25600)
White Balance
- White Balance Modes
- Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor/WB Temp
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type
- Swivel EVF 1.3cm (0.5 type) 2359k dots
LCD
- Screen Type
- 3.0 Xtra Fine LCD™ 270 degree swivel display
- Angle Adjustment
- Opening Angle:max.90 deg., Turning Angle:max.270 deg.
- Brightness Control
- Yes(Menu)
Shutter
- Shutter Speed
- 1/48 - 1/10000 (movie_24p), 1/60-1/10000 (movie other), 30s-1/4000 (Still)
Focus
- Focus Type
- Contrast AF
- Focus Mode
- Single-shot AF, Continuous AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus
- Focus Area
- Multi Point AF (25 points)
Shooting
- Image Processor
- BIONZ® image processor
- Self-Timer
- Approx.10sec.(Still Image)
- Picture Effect
- Movie and Still:Posterization, Pop color, Retro Photo, Partial Color, High constrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Still Only:Soft Focus, Miniature
- Other Shooting Functions
- Face Detection, Cinematone
Flash
- Flash Metering System
- Pre-flash TTL
- Flash Mode
- Auto/Forced/Slow Sync./Rear Sync./Prohibited
- Flash Compensation
- Yes (+/-2EV , 1/3EV Step)
Storage Media
- Compatible Recording Media
- Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark 2), Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™, SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher)
Recording
- Recording Format (Video)
- HD:MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD™ ver.2.0 format compatible, STD:MPEG2-PS
- Recording Format (Still Image)
- DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
- Video Resolution
- HD:1920x1080/60p,24p,60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ,LP), STD:720x480/60i
- Video Recording Rate (ABR / VBR)
- HD PS: Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/LP:Approx.5Mbps, STD HQ: 9Mbps
- Still Image Size (Photo Mode)
- 16.0 megapixels 3:2 (4912 x 3264), 13.6 megapixels 16:9 (4912 x 2760), 8.4 megapixels 3:2 (3568 x 2368), 7.1 megapixels 16:9 (3568 x 2000), 4.0 megapixels 3:2 (2448 x 1624), 3.4 megapixels 16:9 (2448 x 1376)
- Still Image Size (Movie Mode)
- 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080), 307K pixels 4:3 (640x480), 230K pixels 16:9 (640x360)
- Progressive Mode
- HD:60p/24p, Progressive recording
Audio
- Microphone
- Built-in Zoom Microphone
- Audio Recording Format
- Dolby® Digital 5.1ch, Dolby® Digital 5.1Creator, Dolby® Digital 2ch stereo
- Speaker
- Monoral Speaker
Interface
- Input and Output Terminals
- Composite Video Out, HDMI Out, Multi/Micro USB Terminal
- Lens Cover
- Manual
Power
- Supplied battery
- NP-FV70
- Power Consumption (Viewfinder)
- HD:4.6W(with SELP18200 Lens), STD:4.4W(with SELP18200 Lens)
- Power Consumption (LCD Screen)
- HD:4.2W(with SELP18200 Lens), STD:4.0W(with SELP18200 Lens)
Colour Options
What's In The Box
- AC Adaptor
- Power Cord
- Component A/V Cable
- A/V Connecting Cable
- USB Cable
- Body Cap
- Zoom Lens (E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS)
- Lens Hood
- Lens Front Cap
- Lens Rear Cap
- Battery Cover
- Wind Screen
- Large Eye Cup
- CD-ROM ("Handycam" Application Software)
- Remote Commander
- Operating Guide

Features
Get a sharper view
Shoot pro-quality video with a large, DSLR sized APS-C sensor with 16.1 megapixels
Real cinematic images and sound
Explore a new dimension in creative artistry. Capture beautifully detailed, cinematic video images plus high-quality audio in cinematic 24 frames per second
Add some power to your shots
Add an E-mount lens with a power zoom and smoothly focus in on your subject with up to 11x magnification
Fast and powerful performance
A BIONZ processor ensures clear, detailed video and still images plus quick, responsive shooting
Choose your view
Pick the right E-mount lens for any scene, or use your favourite A-mount DSLR lenses by Carl Zeiss and Sony (requires adaptor)
Capture it all in HD
Capture all the detail with Full HD 1920 x 1080 video shooting (AVCHD format) at 24mbs for increased detail and clarity
Select your frame rate
Shoot smooth, Full HD video footage with choice of cinematic 24 frames per second, or standard 25/50p frame rates
DSLR quality photos
Shoot stills with DSLR-like picture quality and shallow depth of field for professional looking shots
Touch to control
An adjustable LCD touchscreen offers easy fingertip operation
Record in surround sound
The Quad Capsule Spatial Array Microphone has four omnidirectional capsules, for stereo or 5.1ch surround sound recording
Advanced, easy-to-use operation
It’s all at your fingertips with an assignable dial, direct access keys, and a second REC button for low-angle shots
Get a natural look
The Advanced Dynamic Range Optimiser Adjusts exposure and contrast for natural results in high-contrast scenes and backlit portraits
Add the perfect accessory
An optional XLR adaptor lets you add professional standard lighting, microphones and more
Share your footage in HD
Connect directly to an HD TV or PC and view your videos in cinematic Full High Definition
Record on memory stick or SD card
Slip in a high-capacity media card and shoot Full HD video (up to 470min with 32GB card) with no tapes or discs to worry about